Abstract
We are presenting a new architectural model for enhancing blockchain processing of transactions and security validation through heterogeneous computing, by focusing and improving the consensus validation process, specifically the Merkle tree implementation and validation, both in terms of processing and storage efficiency. By using a heterogeneous architecture, coupled with an efficient storage model for instant transfers of data between memory and video memory, the validation process efficiency can be improved and offloaded from the CPU, with a direct result in increased transactional speeds and enhanced security.
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This work was partially supported by InnoHPC - Interreg, Danube Transnational Programme grant. The views expressed in this paper do not necessarily reflect those of the corresponding projects consortium members.
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Pungila, C., Negru, V. (2020). Improving Blockchain Security Validation and Transaction Processing Through Heterogeneous Computing. In: Martínez Álvarez, F., Troncoso Lora, A., Sáez Muñoz, J., Quintián, H., Corchado, E. (eds) International Joint Conference: 12th International Conference on Computational Intelligence in Security for Information Systems (CISIS 2019) and 10th International Conference on EUropean Transnational Education (ICEUTE 2019). CISIS ICEUTE 2019 2019. Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, vol 951. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-20005-3_14
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